Sold Price Range: $717,001 - $827,000 Sold on : 10/30/2020
Welcome to your new home at 137 Whipple in Bellaire. Desirable 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath plus Study, Game Room and finished third floor! Serviced by the City of Bellaire and zoned to Condit Elementary, Pershing Middle and Bellaire High School.
Custom double entry doors welcomes family and friends to the open, 2-story ENTRY. The classic stucco and stone exterior is fresh and timeless. Superior location on a “horseshoe” shaped street in Bellaire.
What a lovely and welcoming entry! The expanse of hardwood flooring continues throughout the entire first floor.
The 2-story ENTRY is “home” to the sweeping staircase and opens to the Living Room, Study, Dining Room, Powder Bath and Family Room.
The LIVING ROOM as viewed toward the fireplace and front windows. The home is on the south side of the street facing north and the windows look out at the front yard. The clerestory windows bathe the Living Room in morning light (East).
The LIVING ROOM as viewed toward the 2-story entry and staircase. Gleaming hardwood floor, crown molding, windows facing East and North, and a pocket door to the Study, all highlight this space. Ideal as a Living Room or Music Room or whatever your heart desires.
The banquet sized DINING ROOM is ideal for intimate gatherings or dinner parties with family and friends. Located off the gallery and the Kitchen, the DINING ROOM is “expandable” into the gallery for “super-sized” occasions. There is a built in buffet at the far end of the DINING ROOM, crown molding and recessed lighting.
The STUDY is conveniently located off the gallery and is accessible from the LIVING ROOM, gallery and the FAMILY ROOM through the wet bar area. Note the built-in lower cabinets and upper bookcases and the paneled wainscot. Gleaming hardwood floor and ceiling fan. There is a wall of divided light windows overlooking the side yard (east) adding natural morning sunlight
The FAMILY ROOM as viewed toward the KITCHEN. Note the bar seating facing the Kitchen. The FAMILY ROOM has a divided lite French door to the patio, grassy backyard and built in grill. Fine finishes include recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and wall of windows overlooking the backyard.
The FAMILY ROOM is anchored by a stone faced fireplace surrounded by built in cabinets with upper display cases, gleaming hardwood floor, and a wall of windows overlooking the backyard (south). The FAMILY ROOM opens to the KITCHEN and BREAKFAST ROOM and the STUDY through the WET BAR.
The POWDER BATH is located off the gallery entry and is accessible from the LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, STUDY AND FAMILY ROOM. The lavatory is under mounted in a furniture style cabinet. The Powder Bath boasts designer wallpaper, Kohler toilet, decorative lighting, ceramic tile floor and crown molding.
The PRIMARY BEDROOM is located on the second floor with the 3 secondary bedrooms. There is a wall of divided lite windows overlooking the backyard (south), double entry doors (out of view) and a built- in curio cabinet (out of view). Decorative ceiling, recessed and cove lighting, and double doors to the bath complete the Primary Bedroom
The PRIMARY BATH is “bathed” in natural light from the glass block window behind the Jacuzzi tub. Privacy AND natural light! There is a separate shower behind the glass block wall and a private water closet behind the closed door to the left of the image. Double vanities with make-up knee space.
Now this is a closet! Lots of hanging space, generous amount of built in drawers, shoe storage, even a full length mirror.
The WETBAR is tucked away between the STUDY and the FAMILY ROOM. Granite counters, bar sink, lower cabinets and drawers, upper glass front cabinets and a wine rack-what else might you need?
The galley style KITCHEN opens to the Family Room and Breakfast Room. Great floor plan for a casual lifestyle. The double ceramic sink has a window overlooking the covered patio. Appliances include: double ovens, built in microwave and Wolf 5-burner gas cook top. Granite counters and tile backsplash complete this space.
There is plenty of counter space for both prep and serving. Ample storage, too! The beautiful hardwoods continue through the kitchen and breakfast room.
The BREAKFAST ROOM is nestled in a bay window giving additional “elbow room” to the space. The divided light windows with shades and the upper divided light transom adds to the ambiance of the room. There is a built in planning desk with upper mail slots, upper cabinets and lower drawers. The PANTRY is located inside the closed door in the image.
Now THIS is a LAUNDRY ROOM! This awesome LAUNDRY ROOM could double as a craft room with large folding bar (great for messy school projects and crafts), washer and dryer connections, upper cabinets and lower cabinets and drawers, stainless steel sink, hanging rod for drip dry laundry, and built in ironing board.
The GAME ROOM is located at the top of the stairs and provides a cozy gathering space for the family. The divided light windows face the front yard (north) and there are additional clerestory windows on the wall behind the couch (east). This home has natural light in every space!
This image of the GAME ROOM highlights the refreshment bar adjacent to the stairs to the finished third floor. Note how the GAME ROOM is accessible to all the bedrooms. Decorative ceiling, recessed lighting and Casa Blanca ceiling fan, too.
There are (3) secondary bedrooms-(2) share a Hollywood bath and (1) has an “en suite” bath. This image is of one of the bedrooms that shares the Hollywood bath. There is a large walk in closet in the bedroom and a ceiling fan.
The Hollywood bath includes (2) separate vanities and a shared tub/shower/toilet area. This is one of the vanity areas in the Hollywood bath.
There are (3) secondary bedrooms-(2) share a Hollywood bath. This is Bedroom 3 with a built-in desk and divided lite windows overlooking the front yard (north). High ceilings are featured in this bedroom. There is a large walk-in closet in the vanity area of the Hollywood bath (out of view).
The vanity for Bedroom 3 is spacious and and cheerfully decorated with fun wallpaper. It leads to the shared toilet and shower/tub.
The third floor is fabulous space for whatever your heart desires! Fresh paint (6/2020)! There are two window areas-one with built-in desk, the other a window seat (not pictured). At either end of this wonderful room there are walk in attic accesses. This floor is ideal as an exercise room, work from home opportunity (office #2), play room or project room. Let your imagination decide!
The backyard is wonderful for pets and people alike. There is mature landscaping along the fence which provides privacy from your neighbors.
The backyard as viewed from the end of the covered patio through to the built in grill and on to the grassy pet/play yard. There is a bay window in the Breakfast Room and the ceiling fan keeps the air moving on warm days.
This image of the backyard focuses on the large grassy area toward the built-in grill and covered patio. The divided lite door goes in to the Family Room. Welcome to your new home at 137 Whipple, located right in the heart of Bellaire, TX!
Here is a map that includes nearby restaurants, the 3 zoned schools, grocery stores, parks, and fire/police/medical locations. All bars and theaters and entertainment venues have been excluded at this time.
Lovely stucco & stone, move-in ready Bellaire home greets you with custom wood double doors with translucent glass. Hardwood floors in first- floor living areas & tons of windows everywhere allowing for an abundance of natural light. Pocket doors in downstairs study make it a perfect home office. Family room with gas fireplace, ceiling fan, custom built-ins, wall of windows and open to kitchen with Wolf 5 burner gas cooktop, double ovens, granite counters, and open to the breakfast room with baywindows and built-in desk. All 4 bedrooms are on second floor, along with utility room and a second family room, complete with wet bar. Walk a short flight of stairs to the huge 3rd floor game room with built-in desk, window seat and attic access. Back yard has a lovely outdoor kitchen and mature landscaping. Quiet block and convenient to all Bellaire amenities, schools, the new HEB grocery store and the 610 Loop. NEVER FLOODED !
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